Expedited Carriers Guide 2024
Reliable expedited freight services are crucial for businesses that need to move critical, time-sensitive goods quickly and cost-effectively. Use this guide to find providers that offer a wide range of expedited services and solutions, as well as tracking technologies for complete visibility.
Amazon Freight
freight.amazon.com | [email protected]
Amazon Freight’s network runs 24/7/365. Shippers can tap Amazon’s supply chain capabilities and technology, in addition to more than 60,000 Amazon-owned trailers and vetted carriers.
Solutions/Features: Full truckload shipping using 53-foot dry vans. Live loading and unloading at pickup and delivery points. Tools to help shippers manage loads on demand are also available, as well as dedicated account managers and 24/7 customer support.
American Expediting
americanexpediting.com | 412-321-4546
American Expediting distributes time- and temperature-sensitive shipments to and from multiple locations across the United States via its network of drivers and agent partners. Offerings include various courier solutions such as dedicated on-demand, rush same-day, regular same-day, and next-day services. It also offers Next Flight Out service for the most critical shipments.
Solutions/Features: American Expediting launched a redesigned customer portal in September 2023, enabling shippers to view invoices, monitor shipments, and glean real-time interaction insights.
ArcBest
arcb.com | 800-610-5544
ArcBest’s time-critical services, formerly known as ABF TimeKeeper, offer a 100% on-time guarantee. The carrier offers same-day, next-day, and second-day shipping, including express cargo and next-flight-out solutions.
Solutions/Features: End-to-end shipment visibility, proactive notifications, and online pickup and delivery confirmations.
Ascent On-Demand
ascentlogistics.com/on-demand | 800-614-1348
Ascent On-Demand offers time-definite supply chain solutions across multiple modes, with a focus on mission-critical air and ground transportation across North America. Real-time shipment visibility and proactive notifications ensure urgent shipments arrive on time.
Solutions/Features: Provides access to an on-demand fleet. Partnered with a global network of 100+ cargo carriers and has its own airline, USA Jet. Bid board provides cost optimization.
Averitt
averitt.com | 800-AVERITT
Averitt offers ground and air services to meet shippers’ expedited needs. Its LTL services feature next-day delivery to numerous locations within 600 miles and two-day delivery to most destinations up to 1,500 miles.
Solutions/Features: New Guaranteed by Noon LTL service in select ZIP codes. Day-definite and time-definite delivery. Liftgate services on shipments up to 3,000 pounds for delivery to locations without dock access. Online tracking and 24/7 customer support.
C.H. Robinson
chrobinson.com | 855-229-6128
Offering customized solutions for individual needs, C.H. Robinson expedites global freight through multiples modes, from truck and rail to air, ocean, and less-than-containerload. It provides shippers with expedited shipping capacity options through its network of more than 450,000 contract carriers.
Solutions/Features: Provides a staff of expedited service specialists and utilizes a mix of consolidation services for global freight. Leverages knowledge of customs, tariffs, and traffic flows to streamline cross-continent shipments.
Candor Expedite
candorexp.com | 630-480-6798
Candor Expedite specializes in both ground and air expedited services, including expedited LTL, white-glove services, and specialty truckload. It focuses on helping businesses reduce freight costs while speeding their inbound and outbound inventory processes.
Solutions/Features: Offers sealed and tamper-proof trucks for cargo safety. Special services include hand unloading, after-hours capacity to accommodate peak hours, debris removal, room-of-choice delivery, photo documentation, floor protection, and upper-level delivery.
Continental Expedited Services
continentalexpedited.com | 855-SHIPCES
Focused on time-critical airfreight solutions, Continental Expedited Services works with a network of more than 200 airfreight and air charter service providers. It also provides expedited ground solutions, offering door-to-door services covering the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Solutions/Features: Ground shipment services provide direct dual-driver non-stop transit anywhere in North America and satellite-tracked vehicles updated every 30 minutes. ETA updates 24 hours a day online, by phone, email, or EDI.
Covenant Logistics
covenantlogistics.com | 888-763-5352
Covenant offers expedited truckload solutions, focusing on time-sensitive, high-value, and high-risk freight. With a fleet of 900+ tractors, Covenant has a strong reputation for on-time deliveries. In addition to dry van and time-definite service options for truckload freight, the company transports hazardous material shipments.
Solutions/Features: Utilizes on-board Qualcomm satellite tracking systems and track-and-trace technologies to provide in-transit visibility, monitoring, and reporting.
Coyote Logistics
coyote.com | 877-6-COYOTE
Coyote Logistics, recently acquired by RXO, provides a variety of expedited shipping solutions, offering carrier capacity for urgent freight. Options include team drivers for non-stop transport, long-haul full truckload services, sprinter vans for fast pallet deliveries, and passenger vehicles for direct package hand-offs.
Solutions/Features: Shippers can track expedited shipments from door to door via the CoyoteGO platform or free cloud-based TMS CoyoteGO Premium. The company can generate a quote for expedited freight in 15 minutes and source same-day capacity across the United States.
Dayton Freight Lines
daytonfreight.com | 800-860-5102
With its DFXpedited service built for time-sensitive shipments, Dayton Freight Lines offers around-the-clock expedited solutions. The company has been in business for more than 35 years, handling urgent shipments of all weights and dimensions across North America.
Solutions/Features: On-demand, on-the-hour delivery. Hazmat. Ground expedite via vans, sprinter vans, straight trucks, and tractor-trailers. Air expedite options include same day, next day, next flight out, and air charter.
DHL
dhl.com | 800-225-5345
Besides its international expedited parcel services through DHL Express, DHL also provides expedited freight options such as same-day airfreight and over-the-road transport using dedicated ground vehicles. Additionally, DHL offers solutions tailored to urgent, time-critical deliveries on a global scale.
Solutions/Features: International express delivery including same-day, time-definite, and day-definite options. Consolidation of air, ocean, and rail shipments at origin including subsequent distribution via over-the-road, courier, or postal network. End-to-end traceability.
EASE Logistics
easelogistics.com | 866-247-3273
EASE Logistics offers expedited full truckload and less-than-truckload services, supported by real-time, end-to-end shipment tracking. Its network of air carriers accommodates domestic and international time-critical shipments.
Solutions/Features: Over-dimensional, temperature-controlled, and fragile shipments. Expedited quotes within 15 minutes over the phone or online.
Echo Global Logistics
echo.com/services/specialized | 800-354-7993
Echo offers expedited services including hot-shot ground and air cargo for time-sensitive shipments throughout the United States via a network of more than 10,000 expedited carriers. Shipments are monitored from origin to destination to ensure time-definite delivery.
Solutions/Features: Airfreight services include exclusive-use charter, next-flight-out, next-day, and time-definite deliveries. Ground solutions include express cargo, sprinter vans, straight trucks, and on-demand truckload. Expedited LTL services include next-day, second-day, and time-definite guaranteed deliveries nationwide.
EFW (Estes Forwarding Worldwide)
efwnow.com | 855-433-9669
EFW’s air charter solutions can meet specialized needs including climate control and special handling procedures. The company also provides ground expedite, next-flight-out, air charter, next-day, second-day, and time-definite deliveries.
Solutions/Features: White-glove delivery, customizable solutions, flexible delivery, warehousing options, and 24-hour visibility via tracking technology.
England Logistics
englandlogistics.com | 801-656-4500
Through its network of carriers, England Logistics offers expedited parcel services and a parcel shipping team that audits freight bills, provides platforms to prepare bills of lading, optimizes routing, and generates customized reports.
Solutions/Features: Tracking software ensures visibility from order placement to delivery. Personalized rate quotes for each shipment.
Expedited Freight
expeditedfreight.com | 704-660-9000
Expedited Freight operates a comprehensive network of drivers and trucks across all U.S. states, including Hawaii and Alaska, as well as Canada and Mexico. Services include scheduled air freight, same-day delivery, hot shot trucking, air charter, overnight, and just-in-time delivery.
Solutions/Features: Dedicated drivers and customer service agents available 24/7. Satellite tracking equipment. Airline/air charter connections.
FedEx SameDay
fedexsameday.com | 800-399-5999
FedEx SameDay provides urgent, door-to-door deliveries across all 50 U.S. states within hours. The service is available 24/7/365. It handles shipments up to 2,200 lbs. per piece and offers unlimited total weight. For global needs, FedEx International Next Flight ensures rapid import/export deliveries.
Solutions/Features: Real-time tracking is provided from pickup to delivery, and shippers can choose between FedEx packaging or their own.
Forward Air
forwardair.com | 800-726-6654
Shippers seeking an alternative to air transportation can use Forward Air’s linehaul network that includes 12 regional sorting hubs and 100+ terminals located at or near major U.S. and Canadian airports. Beyond points extend reach outside of major airports to regional airports.
Solutions/Features: Time-definite delivery, late cutoffs, early recovery times, weekend service in select areas, and expedited lanes. 8,200+ lane segments—routes between the point of shipment and point of delivery—each business day.
GEODIS
geodis.com | 877-401-6400
GEODIS Domestic Expedite provides expedited ground and air delivery services tailored for business-critical and time-sensitive shipments. It also handles emergency shipments for healthcare shippers and companies in other verticals.
Solutions/Features: Provides detailed departure (from origin dock/terminal) and arrival (to destination dock/terminal) info. Supplies any delays or variances from original times when booking or quoting freight. Proof of delivery. Real-time satellite tracking of vehicles.
Holman Logistics
holmanusa.com/transportation |253-872-7140
As a managed transportation provider, Holman Logistics offers brokerage and ground services including truckload, LTL, standard ground, expedited, and same-day delivery. Its freight brokerage division offers white-glove services and expedited night delivery 24/7/365.
Solutions/Features: National coverage and availability for dedicated and shuttle services. Freight consolidation. Refrigerated, frozen, and temperature-controlled services. Managed shipment tracking and tracing. Tech support includes EDI, GPS tractor tracking, on-board driver communication, and customizable reporting.
Hub Group
hubgroup.com | 800-377-5833
Hub Group offers expedited, project, and emergency freight services across North America, utilizing a coast-to-coast carrier network. Providing 24/7 logistics support for time-sensitive shipments and working closely with shippers’ response teams to ensure seamless operations, Hub Group also consolidates communication channels to keep all supply chain partners synchronized.
Solutions/Features: Hub Connect proprietary technology gives shippers 24/7 access and granular insights into total shipment visibility, security updates, and more. Optimized regional and expedited trucking solutions. Emergency response experience and equipment.
Imperative Logistics Group (formerly Magnate Worldwide)
imperativelogisticsgroup.com | 971-339-7621
Formerly known as Magnate Worldwide, Imperative Logistics Group is a diversified supply chain management company comprised of complementary, premium logistics services focused on mission-critical domestic transportation and global freight forwarding. Each business segment provides premium services across many industries for sensitive, time-definite, high-value, and white-glove shipments.
Solutions/Features: Time-definite LTL, customized white-glove, airfreight, and other domestic and international expedited services. Specialized service levels available for sensitive, time-definite, and high-value shipments.
Landstar System
landstar.com | 877-696-4507
Via its network of independent owner-operators, Landstar Express America provides instant access to capacity where and when it is needed. Landstar expedites freight via dedicated cargo, sprinter van, straight truck, or tractor-trailer, with timely and accurate updates along the way.
Solutions/Features: 24/7/365 availability of expedited, emergency, and disaster transportation services. Independent Landstar agents can expedite shipments via air using TSA-approved capacity including commercial cargo aircraft and carriers, as well as air charters at major airports.
Load One
load1.com | 734-947-9440
Load One maintains partnerships with more than 70 expedited carriers, fully integrated into its system, for seamless coverage of critical shipments. Its Expedite Services division operates 24/7/365 and offers expedited shipping solutions throughout the United States, Mexico, and Ontario, Canada using sprinters, cube trucks, and straight trucks with both singles and teams.
Solutions/Features: TSA-approved drivers. Late-model equipment, all GPS-tracked. Staffed 24/7/365. Hazmat authority. Interstate and intrastate authorities.
Lynden Logistics
lynden.com/logistics | 800-926-5703
Lynden Logistics offers a wide range of transportation and logistics solutions, including expedited ground freight services and specialized options like charter flights and consolidations. Its network also supports next-day, second-day, and three- to five-day air services, covering more than 6,000 cities across the United States.
Solutions/Features: Custom ground transportation plans available to meet timeframe and cost requirements. Shipments trackable through the EZ Commerce Center. Proactive monitoring and notification available for urgent shipments.
Maersk
delivers.maersk.com | 973-514-5000
Maersk provides domestic air and ground freight delivery options for nearly every type of shipment traveling throughout the United States with 24/7 customer support and integrated logistics.
Solutions/Features: Wide range of vehicles including vans, cubes, straight trucks, and tractor trailers plus door-to-door control over shipments. Aircraft charters, first flight, next-day a.m. and p.m., and two-day and-three-day shipping is also available. Robust tracking capabilities.
Mothership
mothership.com
As a tech-driven freight company, Mothership focuses on same-day palletized shipments within local metro areas. Mothership picks up and delivers freight the same day in 37 major metros in the United States, including Greater Los Angeles, Atlanta, New York, and Dallas.
Solutions/Features: Last-mile and LTL service. Quote, book, and track freight in one place. Liftgate and residential service. Delivery appointments. Real-time freight tracking. 24/7 access to digital documents.
Old Dominion Freight Line
odfl.com | 866-637-7333
Old Dominion offers expedited freight services with same-day, next-day, and time-specific delivery options. From one-time to recurring shipments, Old Dominion provides must-arrive-by-date and on-time-in-full guarantees.
Solutions/Features: With OD On Demand, shippers can schedule deliveries during or outside business hours, including weekends. OD Guaranteed promises delivery by 5 p.m. on the scheduled day, while the Guaranteed by Noon option ensures delivery by 12 p.m. on the designated day.
OnTrac
ontrac.com | 302-246-7136
OnTrac offers same-day and next-day last-mile ecommerce delivery services, leveraging its extensive ground network to offer one- and two-day shipping. With the help of 7,000+ independent contractors, OnTrac focuses on delivering small parcels across 35 states and Washington, D.C.
Solutions/Features: Technology service that seamlessly integrates with shippers’ systems and processes.
Pegasus Logistics Group
pegasuslogistics.com | 800-997-7226
Pegasus Logistics Group provides custom supply chain solutions, including domestic and international ground and air expedited services.
Solutions/Features: Services include final-mile, white-glove delivery, customs brokerage, transborder, project cargo, cold chain, and cargo insurance. Online shipment tracking, system integration, and EDI capabilities. Proactive alert notification.
Purolator
purolator.com | 888-302-8819
Offers shippers 24/7 accessibility, around the clock. Shippers can request rate quotes, secure capacity, or track a shipment currently in transit. Purolator’s specialized services also include dangerous goods and oversized shipments, as well as flexible same-day service with after-hours options.
Solutions/Features: Can customize shipments to and from the United States and within Canada. Online tracking gives visibility into all expedited freight shipments. Special freight services include advance delivery notification/appointments and tailgate services (if no dock at the pickup site).
Quick
quick.aero | 800-488-4400
Quick, part of the Kuehne + Nagel Group, is a mission-critical logistics solutions provider. Its Next Flight Out expedited shipping solution offers speed and security, enabled by the company’s relationships with global airline networks and deep capacity. The company serves the aviation, biotech/pharma, and healthcare industries, among others, and can help expedite delivery to anywhere in the world.
Solutions/Features: Quick’s team of logistics specialists is available 24/7, ensuring they can meet customer demands and support various project needs. Advanced logistics technology provides time- and temperature-sensitive, mission-critical solutions. Priority services include next flight out, on-board courier, air charter, priority freight, and the handling of dangerous goods.
R2 Logistics
r2logistics.com/expedited-air | 614-899-6350
R2 Logistics offers expedited and airfreight services, focusing on urgent or time-critical shipments. The company works with a network of pre-screened expedited and air carriers across the U.S. Multiple shipping options are available including team and solo drivers, time flexibility, air freight, customs brokerage, and high-value security.
Solutions/Features: Services include quick quote returns, access to multiple carrier rates, shipment tracking, cargo insurance, and dedicated account support.
S-2international
s-2international.com | 678-432-9502
S-2 provides on-time critical freight deliveries throughout the United States and Canada through a network of vetted partner carriers, using a variety of vehicle types for shipments.
Solutions/Features: 24/7 availability. In-transit visibility on all shipments. Door-to-door service. Proactive communication. Special handling, including pad-wrap, lift-gate, and inside delivery.
Saia
saia.com | 800-765-7242
Saia offers custom expedited delivery solutions across a 48-state area, enabling shipments to arrive within the desired timeframe. It handles everything from pickup to invoicing, with continuous shipment tracking.
Solutions/Features: For shipments during non-business hours, shippers can specify a precise time for delivery. All custom solutions are flexible and tailored to meet specific needs.
Scan Global Logistics
scangl.com | 45 32 48 00 00
Headquartered in Denmark, Scan Global Logistics is a global full-service logistics provider offering tailored solutions across all modes. The company serves the automotive, energy, fashion/retail, manufacturing, and healthcare industries, among others.
Solutions/Features: Specialized handling for industries like pharma and biotech. Online platform, mySGL, provides end-to-end shipment visibility, allowing users to track and manage imports, exports, and transit times across multiple carriers.
Schneider Logistics
schneider.com | 844-701-LOAD
Schneider handles everything from planned expedited shipments to emergency needs. One of the largest carriers in North America, Schneider manages $3 billion per year in third-party freight and offers transportation, intermodal, and logistics services.
Solutions/Features: Schneider offers expedited freight services for high-value, time-sensitive freight. The service includes an individually assigned customer service team, trailer technology for increased freight visibility, and multiple capacity options.
SEKO
sekologistics.com | 800-228-2711
SEKO’s domestic expedited service offers a variety of shipping methods to ensure timely deliveries, including options like truckload, commercial airlines, charters, and rapid hot shot services using cargo vans or straight trucks. For time-sensitive shipments, SEKO provides both dedicated and part-charter flight solutions. Shippers can select from express, standard, economy, or charter services based on their specific needs.
Solutions/Features: SEKO offers a range of expedited services, including Next Flight Out (NFO), commercial airlines, charters, and cargo vans for time-sensitive deliveries. SEKO’s NFO service is available 24/7/365, with no weight restrictions, and provides shipment tracking via the MySEKO portal.
STG Logistics
stgusa.com | 630-581-0519
STG Logistics is a value-added logistics services provider that operates the largest network of independent container freight station (CFS) facilities in the United States (32 owned and 66 partner facilities for CFS services), handling ocean and air freight. STG depends on its knowledgeable support staff and advanced technology solutions to stay on top of customer needs.
Solutions/Features: Offerings include same-day or next-day service, full truckload, intermodal rail, and residential deliveries for shipments with tight delivery timeframes.
Team Worldwide
teamww.com | 800-527-1168
Team Worldwide strengthens business relationships through its round-the-clock in-house brokerage services and the use of its own fleet. The company offers a full range of ground transportation options, operating with 48-state DOT authority and maintaining offices across the United States to meet shipper needs efficiently.
Solutions/Features: Team ensures reliable expedited service through a combination of human oversight and advanced technology. 24/7 dispatch availability and tracking systems continuously monitor shipments.
Uber Freight
uber.com/us/en/freight | 877-289-8237
Leveraging AI-assisted intelligence to power a marketplace for logistics solutions, Uber Freight helps to match carriers with shippers. The platform enables flat-rate pricing, fast booking, live tracking, and 24/7 customer support.
Solutions/Features: Multimodal customized expedited service solutions. Upfront pricing and visibility provides shippers with the information needed to make business decisions.
UPS
ups.com | 888-742-5877
Delivering around the globe, UPS is known for its extensive domestic ground and air network, providing a suite of services for expedited shipments. Solutions include guaranteed next-day and same-day delivery options, with time-definite next-day delivery by morning, noon, or end-of-day, depending on customer needs.
Solutions/Features: UPS Express Critical service ensures same-day delivery of critical shipments. Other value-added services include pickup and delivery options, delivery notification, and special handling.
Verst Logistics
verstlogistics.com | 859-485-1212
Verst Logistics’ transportation offerings include dedicated transportation in the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky area as well as nationwide, end-to-end transportation management and freight brokerage services.
Solutions/Features: As part of its full-service freight brokerage solution, Verst offers expedited services and hotshot loads of all kinds: FT, LTL, and cargo van. The customer portal provides 24/7 visibility and track-and-trace capability.
Ward Transport and Logistics
wardtlc.com/expedited-2 | 800-458-3625
Ward Transport and Logistics offers the Fast ForWARD Expedite Service, designed for time-sensitive shipments. It is available 24/7 and provides both national and international solutions across land, air, and sea transport. The company operates a network of 20 strategically located service centers, primarily in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Solutions/Features: Guaranteed delivery options, pool distribution, protection from freeze, full-value insurance, LTL consolidation, and dedicated spot quotes.
Werner
werner.com/shippers/expedited | 800-228-2240
Werner is a transportation company with an operating area that reaches throughout North America. Its offerings include transcontinental, engineered solutions with designated OD pairings, terminal-to-terminal, and lane-based solutions. These services are designed for small parcel packages, LTL transportation, OEM manufacturing, freight forwarders, retail, and pharmaceutical/technology.
Solutions/Features: For shippers with team transit needs, Werner provides a total team capacity of more than 1,000. A Service Assurance Team, as well as specialized load planners, oversee expedited shipments. 99%+ on-time delivery record for time-definite shipments.
WSI Supply Chain Solutions
wsinc.com/service/transportation | 920-690-9155
With a nationwide distribution network and global logistics capabilities, WSI offers a variety of service expertise via parcel, LTL, and FTL as well as same-day and next-day delivery services. WSI’s fulfillment operations emphasize speed, achieving same-day or next-day delivery to all major cities in the United States.
Solutions/Features: Parcel, LTL, FTL, same-day, and next-day service.
XPO Logistics
xpo.com/offerings/premium-services | 800-755-2728
XPO Logistics has more than three decades of expertise in domestic and international logistics solutions. The company manages urgent shipments with complete end-to-end digital visibility and facilitates shipments of all sizes.
Solutions/Features: Guaranteed services include day-definite and by-noon options for time-critical shipments, handled by coordinators available 24/7/365.